SD25: The Origin of the Film Sliding Doors

Sliding Doors 25, in partnership with TfL, is a four-part series that delves into the iconic film’s backstory. Speaking with cast and crew about their very own ‘Sliding Doors’ moments alongside a behind-the-scenes look at the making of this iconic 90s movie classic, 25 years after its release.In this episode of Sliding Doors 25 we delve into where the film’s idea came from - in a Sliding Doors moment writer and director Peter Howitt had,  that planted the whole seed. We chat to the cast and crew including John Hannah and Jeanne Tripplehorn about the casting and early days of making the film…and discuss how the whole film nearly wasn’t made and had its own Sliding Doors moment! We also chat to TfL about the making of the movie and filming on the underground and of course some BTS audio footage from the set of the film! This series is in partnership with TfL. 2023 marks the 160th anniversary of the Tube. TfL and the London Transport Museum are delivering a programme of activities throughout the year to celebrate London Underground’s role as the lifeblood of the city. Keep your eyes peeled for activities throughout the year and how you can celebrate with TfLThanks to Mags Creative, a podcast production and promotion company, for their support and a special thanks to Pulama Kaufman in bringing this show to life.Thank you to Tim Lammers, movie critic and journalist for his use of interview clips in the series. @slidingdoorspodHosted by: @jenbecks28Episode Guests: Peter Howitt, John Hannah, Philippa Braithwaite, Jeanne Tripplehorn and Kate Reston  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.